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SUMMARY:STEM Project (Grades 3 & Up): Build a Bird-Themed Pendulum
DESCRIPTION:When it comes to STEM learning\, there’s no need to wing it—this hands-on project has everything kids need to let their creativity take flight! Students in grades 3 and up are invited to build their own charming bird-themed pendulums using foam pieces\, paper straws\, baker’s twine\, wood beads\, and clothespins. \nWe’ll explore how pendulums work\, share fun facts from our resource guide\, and spark curiosity with questions that keep young scientists thinking and engaged. All supplies are provided—just bring your imagination and get ready to learn through motion and creativity!
URL:https://valentinelibrary.org/event/stem-project-grades-3-up-build-a-bird-themed-pendulum/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T200000
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SUMMARY:Adult Book Club: The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s Adult Book Club as we dive into The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters—an emotional\, beautifully written novel about family\, identity\, loss\, and belonging. \nA four-year-old Mi’kmaq girl goes missing from the blueberry fields of Maine\, sparking a tragic mystery that haunts the survivors\, unravels a family\, and remains unsolved for nearly fifty years \nJuly 1962. Following in the tradition of Indigenous workers from Nova Scotia\, a Mi’kmaq family arrives in Maine to pick blueberries for the summer. Weeks later\, four-year-old Ruthie\, the family’s youngest child\, vanishes. She is last seen by her six-year-old brother\, Joe\, sitting on a favorite rock at the edge of a berry field. Joe will remain distraught by his sister’s disappearance for years to come. \nIn Maine\, a young girl named Norma grows up as the only child of an affluent family. Her father is emotionally distant\, her mother frustratingly overprotective. \nNorma is often troubled by recurring dreams and visions that seem more like memories than imagination. As she grows older\, Norma slowly comes to realize there is something her parents aren’t telling her. Unwilling to abandon her intuition\, she will spend decades trying to uncover this family secret. \nFor fans of The Vanishing Half and Woman of Light\, this showstopping debut by a vibrant new voice in fiction is a riveting novel about the search for truth\, the shadow of trauma\, and the persistence of love across time.
URL:https://valentinelibrary.org/event/adult-book-club-the-berry-pickers-by-amanda-peters/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T164500
DTSTAMP:20260428T154117
CREATED:20251118T160510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T160510Z
UID:12664-1764863100-1764866700@valentinelibrary.org
SUMMARY:Craft Hour (K-5th): Fireplace Ornaments
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a cozy and creative Craft Hour at the library! Kids will be making adorable fireplace ornaments using construction paper\, tissue paper\, and ribbon. They can follow our step-by-step pattern or let their imagination run wild and design their own version. All supplies are provided—just bring your creativity and have fun!
URL:https://valentinelibrary.org/event/craft-hour-k-5th-fireplace-ornaments/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T100000
DTSTAMP:20260428T154117
CREATED:20251118T165958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T165958Z
UID:12689-1764927000-1764928800@valentinelibrary.org
SUMMARY:Story Time (Pre-K): Candy Canes
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Story Time—designed especially for Pre-K kids and their grown-ups!Each Friday from 9:30 to 10:00 a.m.\, we explore a fun new theme through stories and hands-on crafts that spark creativity and learning. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nThemed Story Time: Listen to an engaging story each week.\nMusic & Motion: Join the music fun with rhythm sticks\, egg shakers\, and more—perfect for wiggling and giggling!\nCraft Activity: Create a fun craft related to the story’s theme.\n\nBring your little ones for an enjoyable and creative start to their day! And don’t rush off after story time—stay for some “Fun with Friends” time in the kid’s corner. The kids can play while their caregivers connect and socialize. It’s a wonderful opportunity to make new friends and build community bonds. \nWho: all toddlers and preschool-aged children accompanied by an adult are welcome! \nDate and Time: Every Friday\, 9:30 am – 10:00 am\nWe look forward to seeing you and your little ones here!
URL:https://valentinelibrary.org/event/story-time-pre-k-candy-canes/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T164500
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SUMMARY:Craft Hour (Grades 3 & Up): Foam Gingerbread House
DESCRIPTION:Building a gingerbread house is a beloved holiday tradition—and now kids can create their own charming version at the library! This festive craft lets participants assemble a delightful foam gingerbread house they can proudly take home and display with their holiday decorations. \nWith self-adhesive foam pieces\, the project is fun and easy —perfect for a busy holiday season. All supplies are provided\, so come ready to build\, create\, and celebrate!
URL:https://valentinelibrary.org/event/craft-hour-grades-3-up-foam-gingerbread-house/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T164500
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CREATED:20251118T161753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T161753Z
UID:12676-1765467900-1765471500@valentinelibrary.org
SUMMARY:Ag-Citing Science Day: Legen-Dairy!
DESCRIPTION:Join Blair Speck\, 4-H Educator\, for a truly Legen-Dairy Ag-Citing Science Day at the library! From farm to glass\, youth will explore how milk is safely produced and travels from the dairy to your fridge. Kids will sample some delicious dairy treats and even learn how to make their own butter in a jar. It’s hands-on\, tasty\, and packed with farm-fresh fun—don’t miss it!
URL:https://valentinelibrary.org/event/ag-citing-science-day-legen-dairy/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251212T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251212T100000
DTSTAMP:20260428T154117
CREATED:20251118T170220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T170220Z
UID:12694-1765531800-1765533600@valentinelibrary.org
SUMMARY:Story Time (Pre-K): Gingerbread Man
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Story Time—designed especially for Pre-K kids and their grown-ups!Each Friday from 9:30 to 10:00 a.m.\, we explore a fun new theme through stories and hands-on crafts that spark creativity and learning. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nThemed Story Time: Listen to an engaging story each week.\nMusic & Motion: Join the music fun with rhythm sticks\, egg shakers\, and more—perfect for wiggling and giggling!\nCraft Activity: Create a fun craft related to the story’s theme.\n\nBring your little ones for an enjoyable and creative start to their day! And don’t rush off after story time—stay for some “Fun with Friends” time in the kid’s corner. The kids can play while their caregivers connect and socialize. It’s a wonderful opportunity to make new friends and build community bonds. \nWho: all toddlers and preschool-aged children accompanied by an adult are welcome! \nDate and Time: Every Friday\, 9:30 am – 10:00 am\nWe look forward to seeing you and your little ones here!
URL:https://valentinelibrary.org/event/story-time-pre-k-gingerbread-man/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T113000
DTSTAMP:20260428T154117
CREATED:20251210T222554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T222554Z
UID:12719-1765794600-1765798200@valentinelibrary.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Valentine Public Library Board will hold a special meeting on Monday\, December 15\, 2025\, at 10:30am at the Valentine Public Library. This meeting is open to the public and an agenda is available for public inspection during regular business hours at the office of the Valentine Library Director.
URL:https://valentinelibrary.org/event/board-meeting-33/
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T164500
DTSTAMP:20260428T154117
CREATED:20251118T164020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T164020Z
UID:12683-1765899900-1765903500@valentinelibrary.org
SUMMARY:Craft Hour: Wooden Bead Christmas Wreath Ornament
DESCRIPTION:Kids in grades 3 and up are invited to join us for a fun and festive Craft Hour as we make an adorable wooden bead Christmas wreath ornament! These simple little wreaths are perfect for hanging on the tree\, decorating a bedroom door\, or giving as a sweet\, handmade gift for someone special. \nAll supplies are provided—just come ready to create some holiday cheer!
URL:https://valentinelibrary.org/event/craft-hour-wooden-bead-christmas-wreath-ornament/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T173000
DTSTAMP:20260428T154117
CREATED:20251205T213728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T213728Z
UID:12717-1765987200-1765992600@valentinelibrary.org
SUMMARY:Artist Reception: Pat Schemmer
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate local art at an artist reception hosted by the Sand Painters Art Club\, featuring Artist of the Month\, Pat Schemmer. Enjoy light refreshments\, explore her work\, and visit with Pat as she shares the story and techniques behind her pieces.
URL:https://valentinelibrary.org/event/artist-reception-pat-schemmer/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T164500
DTSTAMP:20260428T154117
CREATED:20251118T160828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T160828Z
UID:12674-1766072700-1766076300@valentinelibrary.org
SUMMARY:Create & Play Hour:  Grades K–5
DESCRIPTION:Beat the boredom blues at the library during our Create & Play Hour! We’re cleaning out the craft closet and putting all our odds and ends\, leftover supplies\, and mystery materials out for kids to get crafty and creative. Build\, glue\, design—anything goes! We’ll also have Legos and Magna-Tiles out for extra building fun. All supplies are provided—just come ready to imagine\, create\, and play!
URL:https://valentinelibrary.org/event/create-play-hour-grades-k-5/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251219T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251219T100000
DTSTAMP:20260428T154117
CREATED:20251118T170811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T170811Z
UID:12696-1766136600-1766138400@valentinelibrary.org
SUMMARY:Story Time (Pre-K): Reindeer
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Story Time—designed especially for Pre-K kids and their grown-ups!Each Friday from 9:30 to 10:00 a.m.\, we explore a fun new theme through stories and hands-on crafts that spark creativity and learning. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nThemed Story Time: Listen to an engaging story each week.\nMusic & Motion: Join the music fun with rhythm sticks\, egg shakers\, and more—perfect for wiggling and giggling!\nCraft Activity: Create a fun craft related to the story’s theme.\n\nBring your little ones for an enjoyable and creative start to their day! And don’t rush off after story time—stay for some “Fun with Friends” time in the kid’s corner. The kids can play while their caregivers connect and socialize. It’s a wonderful opportunity to make new friends and build community bonds. \nWho: all toddlers and preschool-aged children accompanied by an adult are welcome! \nDate and Time: Every Friday\, 9:30 am – 10:00 am\nWe look forward to seeing you and your little ones here!
URL:https://valentinelibrary.org/event/story-time-pre-k-reindeer/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251222T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251222T173000
DTSTAMP:20260428T154117
CREATED:20251028T202315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T202315Z
UID:12653-1766421000-1766424600@valentinelibrary.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The regular meeting of the Valentine Public Library Board will be held on Monday\, December 22\, 2025\, at 4:30 p.m. in the Library Meeting room to conduct any business that may properly come before them. A current agenda will be on file at the public library.
URL:https://valentinelibrary.org/event/board-meeting-30/
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251223T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251223T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T154117
CREATED:20251118T164522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T164522Z
UID:12685-1766502000-1766509200@valentinelibrary.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Movie Afternoon (ages 6 & up): The Polar Express
DESCRIPTION:All aboard! Kids ages 6 & up are invited to join us for a cozy holiday movie afternoon at the library as we watch The Polar Express. We’ll have hot chocolate and popcorn ready\, and everyone can pile onto the floor together for a fun\, comfy viewing. Feel free to bring your own pillow to sit on—let’s kick off the holiday season with a little movie magic!
URL:https://valentinelibrary.org/event/holiday-movie-afternoon-ages-6-up-the-polar-express/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251223T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251223T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T154117
CREATED:20251202T162756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T162756Z
UID:12713-1766502000-1766509200@valentinelibrary.org
SUMMARY:Polar Express Movie Matinee
DESCRIPTION:All aboard! Join us at the Valentine Public Library for a cozy showing of The Polar Express. We’ll be serving hot chocolate and popcorn\, so come ready to sip\, snack\, and settle in for this holiday favorite. You are welcome to bring a warm throw and pillow to be extra comfy! \nThe movie is rated G and all ages are welcome; children 6 and under are invited to attend with an adult. Make it a new holiday tradition and share the magic of the season at VPL! 🚂✨
URL:https://valentinelibrary.org/event/polar-express-movie-matinee/
CATEGORIES:Children's Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251227
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CREATED:20251125T181058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T181058Z
UID:12708-1766620800-1766793599@valentinelibrary.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Hours: Closed for Christmas
DESCRIPTION:The Valentine Public Library will be closed for Christmas on December 25th & 26th and will reopen on Monday\, December 29\, 2025.\n\n\n \n\n\n📚 Don’t worry—reading never stops! Cozy up at home and check out ebooks & audiobooks with the Libby app (https://nebraska.overdrive.com). ✨📖\n\n\n \n\n\nWe’re so thankful for our amazing patrons 💛 Your support makes our library shine all year long! Wishing you a holiday full of joy\, warmth\, and plenty of good books! 🎁🎅
URL:https://valentinelibrary.org/event/holiday-hours-closed-for-christmas/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251230T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251230T164500
DTSTAMP:20260428T154117
CREATED:20251118T165314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T165314Z
UID:12687-1767109500-1767113100@valentinelibrary.org
SUMMARY:Stem Project (Grades 3 & up): Hot Chocolate Science
DESCRIPTION:Warm up with a little winter science! During Hot Chocolate Science\, kids will explore how temperature affects the rate at which hot chocolate dissolves. Using simple materials (and real cocoa!)\, we’ll run an easy experiment that teaches the scientific method in a fun\, tasty way. \nWho wouldn’t love a science lesson that ends with a cozy cup of hot chocolate? Come learn\, discover\, and sip!
URL:https://valentinelibrary.org/event/stem-project-grades-3-up-hot-chocolate-science/
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